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Car Checklist Before A Long Trip
A long trip is a serious exam for your car. Even a small problem such as a worn wiper, out-of-balance tire or improper alignment may turn your trip into a nightmare. Here, you can find simple tips on how to prepare your vehicle for a trip including illustrated checklist. However, this checklist does not include many other important items such as brakes and suspension components that may only be inspected by a mechanic in a garage. Book an appointment with your dealer or a mechanic well before your trip. Ask for one of those maintenance packages with an oil change, tire rotation and mechanical inspection. Don’t leave it for a last moment, do it few days before your trip.
To check the engine oil, place the car on a flat surface, warm up and stop the engine. Wait for a minute allowing the oil to pour down the oil pan. Locate the oil dipstick – usually it has some kind of bright color handle that indicates “ENGINE OIL”. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it with a clean rug or a paper towel and insert it back fully. Pull it out again and check the level – it should be close to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick. If the oil appears too black – it definitely needs to be changed. If the level is low, you can top it up using the same type of oil as you already have in the engine. How to check the transmission fluid: Warm up the car. Place the car on a level surface. Set the hand brake. With the shifter lever in Parking position and the engine idling [the procedure may vary on certain models, refer to the owner's manual] pull the automatic transmission fluid dipstick, wipe it and insert it back fully. Pull it again and check the fluid level and condition. Conventional transmission fluid has red or pinkish-red color when it’s new. Over the time under high temperature and load, the transmission fluid loses its qualities and oxidizes becoming...